Research Analyst, Vice President

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BlackRock

New York, NY

On-site

Posted April 8, 2026

Job Description

About this role

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock’s mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We have a responsibility to be the voice of the investor, and we represent each client fairly and equally. Constant communication with a diverse team of partners strengthens us and delivers better results for our clients. Continuous innovation helps us bring the best of BlackRock to our clients. BlackRock offers a range of solutions — from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world’s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.

The Vice President, US Consumer Equity Analyst is responsible for generating high‑conviction investment ideas across the US consumer universe, with a clear focus on driving alpha and portfolio impact. The role owns fundamental coverage, develops differentiated investment views, and actively influences portfolio positioning through rigorous analysis and debate.

Key Responsibilities

Generate actionable long investment ideas across US consumer sectors, primarily within large‑cap and mid‑cap equities
Own fundamental coverage, including end‑to‑end responsibility for research, valuation, and investment recommendations
Build and maintain robust, decision‑grade financial models and underwriting frameworks
Develop differentiated, variant views through deep fundamental, industry, and primary research, identifying key value drivers, inflection points, and downside risks
Monitor portfolio positions and update investment views with speed, clarity, and discipline as new information emerges
Partner closely with portfolio managers and investment colleagues to influence sizing, timing, and portfolio construction
Contribute to a high‑performance, debate‑driven investment culture that values intellectual honesty and rigorous challenge

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

6–10+ years of investment experience covering the US consumer sector, gained on the buy‑side or at a top‑tier sell‑side institution
Proven track record of generating differentiated investment ideas in US large‑cap and mid‑cap equities
Deep understanding of consumer business models, competitive dynamics, and unit economics
Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with a clear focus on material drivers of value
Ability to communicate complex investment views clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Experience influencing portfolio positioning and investment outcomes
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high‑conviction, collaborative investment environment

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$155,000.00 - USD$210,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock

BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. View the EEOC’s Know Your Rights poster and its supplement and the pay transparency statement.

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with our privacy policy.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.